May 11, 2011FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEHelp Clean NW 23rd Street Saturday, May 14)With the help of Ms. Denay Love of CleanScapes, the Northwest District Association (NWDA) is expanding its Saturday, May 14, 2nd Saturday litter clean-up to include graffiti removal. This special graffiti cleanup will meet rain or shine from 9am -10:30am at Umpqua Bank, 467 NW 23rd Ave. Everyone is welcome to come lend a hand to remove graffiti and pick up litter along NW 23rd St. Ms. Love will provide supplies and training and volunteers will receive pastries and coffee.“We are happy to help with this effort.” says Ms. Love, “We look forward to cleaning up Nob Hill, for the residents, for the businesses and for the shoppers.”According to Ms. Tanya March, Co-Chair of the NWDA Safety and Livability Committee, “Graffiti is a problem in our district and our new Graffiti Task Force it working to develop a long-term plan to address the problem. We thank CleanScapes for organizing this graffiti cleanup. We would also like to thank Food Front Coop, Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital, Trader Joe’s and Umpqua Bank who have helped out with our regular 2nd Saturday litter patrols. ”Please RSVP to mpastene@comcast.net if you are would like to help with the Saturday, May 14 graffiti removal.To learn more visit, http://www.northwestdistrictassociation.org/?p=1715CleanScapes offers solid waste services and streetscape maintenance. They are located at 2525 NW St. Helens Rd., Portland OR 97210.Contact:Alison Wallisch503-823-4265www.northwestdistrictassociation.orgSee More

Learn how to go solar at home with Solarize Northwest, a community endeavor to make solar electricity more affordable for Northwest and Southwest Portland property owners. Attend one of our introductory workshops and we'll explain the benefits of buying in bulk with your neighbors, describe how to participate, and provide you an introduction to the Solarize program. March 31st is the deadline to receive a free site assessment. www.solarizenorth-nw.org/introduction

Learn how to go solar at home with Solarize Northwest. Attend one of our introductory workshops and we'll explain the benefits of buying in bulk with your neighbors, describe how to participate, and provide you an introduction to the Solarize program. Workshops for solar and weatherization are free and open to anyone interested in participating in this community-based project. Solarize Northwest is open to residents of Arlington Heights, Forest Park, Goose Hollow, Hillside, Linnton, Northwest Industrial, Northwest District, Northwest Heights, Old Town, Pearl District, Portland Downtown, Sylvan Highlands and near neighbors. Learn more about Solarize Northwest and sign up for the program at www.solarizenorth-nw.org.See More

Learn how to go solar at home with Solarize Northwest. Attend one of our introductory workshops and we'll explain the benefits of buying in bulk with your neighbors, describe how to participate, and provide you an introduction to the Solarize program. Workshops for solar and weatherization are free and open to anyone interested in participating in this community-based project. Solarize Northwest is open to residents of Arlington Heights, Forest Park, Goose Hollow, Hillside, Linnton, Northwest Industrial, Northwest District, Northwest Heights, Old Town, Pearl District, Portland Downtown, Sylvan Highlands and near neighbors. Learn more about Solarize Northwest and sign up for the program at www.solarizenorth-nw.org.See More

Share your story with community members and learn from your peers about creating change with community-based projects.• Are you researching resources?• Looking to clear obstacles from your path?• Wondering how to invite others to join you?• Or just want tips on getting started? If so, then this workshop is for you! This interactive workshop is relevant to anyone involved in community building efforts. Light refreshments will be served . Please RSVP at website.See More